How to prepare a room to paint

Are you thinking of painting your room, the room or hallway in your home? To achieve a professional end it is important to prepare the environment. Yes, this takes time, but you will not regret it when you see the result. No matter what space you plan to paint, the steps you must take are the same. And do not try to do it fast, you’ll save yourself problems and stress if you take your time before you start painting.

Removes everything

The first step is to remove all furniture and accessories from the space. And when I say everything, means everything. You should not do things that you do not think are going to stain. There are always some drops of paint jumping or your hands are filled with paint that is passed to the furniture. If you have heavy pieces that are very difficult to move, center them in the room and cover them with trash bags or a large piece of talk. Do not use paper as the paint is passed if it falls on it.

Paste painter’s tape

Although it can be a tedious step, it is important to achieve a perfect result. Pass the painter’s tape on all edges, even those you think you can paint with care. If you do not have painter’s tape you can use regular tape, just pass it by your pants first to remove some of the glue.

Covers the floor

The floor is another important area that must be protected, especially if you have carpet or wood floors. On ceramic or laminate floors sometimes paint stains can be scraped, but it is always better to be safe than sorry. Cover the floor with plastic, and secure with painter’s tape. Do not use paper, because as with furniture, if it gets wet the paint will run. Consider also buying blankets for your shoes, which you can remove when you leave the room you are painting. This way you will not take paint that you have in the sole to other environments.

Remove nails

Before painting you must prepare the walls too. An important step is to remove all baldness and screws. Be careful not to damage the wall. The holes must be covered with putty and sanded. You can also use white toothpaste if you do not have putty. Apart from covering holes you must sand other parts of the wall that do not look smooth. If you live in an old house, this is the time to check that the walls do not have paint with lead.

Clean the walls

Do not worry, you’re almost done. The last step is to give a good cleaning to the walls. From this stand the paint will adhere better and you will get a better result. First sprinkle the surface to remove cobwebs. Then sponge with lukewarm water and dish soap on all the walls. Let the surface dry completely and you are ready to paint.